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How to Build a Self-love Mindset Jan 10, 2024

Written by Madison Jaffe.

It feels like just yesterday that I was a high school freshman – unsure of where I belonged, who my true friends were, if I was enough, or what my life would be like at the end of my high school career. It wasn’t until I discovered positive psychology – the science of happiness – that I began answering these questions and accepting myself amidst...

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Self-love Dec 26, 2023

Written by Adriana Campos, a CSUCI student.

Self-love is the practice of valuing and caring for oneself. It involves recognizing one's worth, accepting oneself, and taking steps towards personal growth and fulfillment. While it may seem like a simple concept, self-love can be difficult to practice, particularly in a society that often values self-criticism and self-sacrifice over...

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From Disconnected to Finding Inner Beauty Nov 15, 2022

Written by a BRITE young adult spokesperson.

In primary school, we were practicing for a school play and I remember there was a guy that didn’t want to play his role because it meant being alongside me. I never knew what the issue was but that day after school I went home and cried because I felt that something was wrong with me. My mom saw me, and she asked what had happened and I just...

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I Love Myself Jul 13, 2022

This post was written by a senior at CSUCI.

I’d like to say I’ve had a good amount of control in most aspects of my life. I play sports, I have friends and family who love me, I have a job and a car and pets – pretty much everything anyone could ever want. 

The one thing I was lacking (and still struggle with) throughout adolescence is a good sense of self esteem and...

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